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Distance from A22 to Pietermaritzburg

A22 to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 485.0 km in roughly 6 hrs 1 min.

N A22 → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
485.0 km
301.4 mi • 261.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
324.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.50×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 1 min
Return: 12 hrs 2 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
6 hrs 1 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
6 hrs 46 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R811.94
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R815.78
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R904.49
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R911.82
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,071.31
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,076.38
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,193.42
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,203.10
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,409.62
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,416.29
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,570.29
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,583.02
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Pietermaritzburg
14.1°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
13.7°C
Day range High / low
H 18° • L 12°
Rain chance Today's probability
35%
Wind 10m wind speed
6 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

485.0 km 6 hrs 1 min
Start A22
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.7 km
  2. Turn left
    3.7 km
  3. Continue straight
    0.4 km
  4. Turn right
    3.1 km
  5. At the end of the road, turn left
    56.4 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn left
    3.7 km
  7. Turn left onto Kerk Street
    2.3 km
  8. Continue straight onto De Emigratie Street
    252.1 km
  9. Turn left
    2.6 km
  10. Turn right
    12.4 km
  11. Take the exit ramp left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.9 km
  12. Merge slight right
    141.8 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left
    0.7 km
  14. Turn right onto Peter Brown Drive
    0.4 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Howick Road
    0.1 km
  16. Continue onto Howick Road
    2.8 km
  17. Continue straight onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road
    0.8 km
  18. Turn left onto Prince Edward Street
    0.2 km
  19. Turn left onto Otto Street
    0.1 km
  20. Turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 10
Known total R501.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 10 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
242.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 0 min • 3 hrs 0 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
A22 → Pietermaritzburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
A22, Mpumalanga
Destination area Arrival
Pietermaritzburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
A22 → Pietermaritzburg
A22 Origin postcode
Not available
Pietermaritzburg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
208.6 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
192.0 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
112.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pietermaritzburg → A22
A22 ↔ Pietermaritzburg
A22 to Johannesburg Related trip
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A22 to Pretoria Related trip
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A22 to Cape Town Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin A22 -26.68750, 30.51245
Midpoint
242.9 km
Total: 485.0 km
Midpoint 242.9 km
485.0 km 6 hrs 1 min
Destination Pietermaritzburg -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 485.0 km
Return-cycle span 970.1 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 1 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 4.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 242.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.68750, 30.51245
Midpoint -27.96010, 29.96861
End -29.60000, 30.37889
Destination services

Available in Pietermaritzburg

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 5
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
2
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
  • Bonjour
    75 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
  • Pick'n'Pay
    121 Church Street, 3201
  • Shoprite
    Pietermaritzburg, 3201, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    27 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg
  • Parklane Superspar
    18 Chief Albert Luthuli Road
  • Pick n Pay
    151 Victoria Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Pietermaritzburg

A polished arrival snapshot covering what stands out, who the place suits best and what to keep in mind before you get there.

Signature KZN capital city
Standout Capital city with heritage and Midlands access
Pietermaritzburg has more weight than a routine inland stop because it combines provincial-capital status with heritage, sport and quick access to the Midlands side of KwaZulu-Natal.
Best for Who this destination suits
Capital city stay Midlands gateway Business trip Heritage travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
CBD, Scottsville, university-side and N3-adjacent arrivals can feel quite different, so the exact suburb or venue matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pietermaritzburg as a KZN capital base for business travel, heritage stops and onward drives into the Midlands and Drakensberg direction.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Pietermaritzburg Tourism describes it as the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal
The city works as both a destination and a route hub
It sits close to the Midlands touring zone
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is A22 from Pietermaritzburg? +
A22 is about 485.0 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from A22 to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 1 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from A22 to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from A22 to Pietermaritzburg? +
Taxi may be available, but for this route it is better to confirm the latest fare at the local taxi rank.
What's the estimated fuel amount from A22 to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R811.94 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R815.78 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R904.49 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R911.82 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from A22 to Pietermaritzburg? +
Yes. There are 10 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a long trip. Plan rest stops, avoid driving tired, and be careful with late-night travel.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. Take a short break about every 2 hours if possible. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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From A22 To Pietermaritzburg

Route Locations

Start area
A22, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pietermaritzburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
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Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 112.6 km
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About 154.5 km Difference: 330.5 km
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